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Large diaphragm condenser microphone from Shure

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  • MGR/Keith BolvesMGR/Keith Bolves

    Shure KSM27

    Shure KSM27Published on 12/16/01 at 15:00
    Purchased at Guitar Center, NJ, for vocal recording in home studio. Paid $299.

    Crystal clear, sound quality. Extremely sensitive to even the smallest of aural detail. Very sturdy build. Nice shock mount included.

    Not a single thing!

    This microphone feels like a monster. So solid and rugged, yet beautiful and refined. If I were a microphone, I'd want to look like this (strange, I know).

    I absolutely LOVE this microphone! Shure must have been reading my mind when they designed this thing. I am an opera singer and also a voice-over professional, and the KSM27 fits both bills very nicely. Robust and smooth up close, and very sensitive at a distance. Let me put it this way; I demoed all the…
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    Purchased at Guitar Center, NJ, for vocal recording in home studio. Paid $299.

    Crystal clear, sound quality. Extremely sensitive to even the smallest of aural detail. Very sturdy build. Nice shock mount included.

    Not a single thing!

    This microphone feels like a monster. So solid and rugged, yet beautiful and refined. If I were a microphone, I'd want to look like this (strange, I know).

    I absolutely LOVE this microphone! Shure must have been reading my mind when they designed this thing. I am an opera singer and also a voice-over professional, and the KSM27 fits both bills very nicely. Robust and smooth up close, and very sensitive at a distance. Let me put it this way; I demoed all the top mics in this price range and none even came close to this one. And when the salesperson accidentally "drop" tested the thing from five feet off the floor, I told him "if that thing still works, I'll buy it." It did, and so did I. I couldn't be happier.

    This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com
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  • MGR/Recording Super GeniusMGR/Recording Super Genius

    Shure KSM27 Studio Condenser Mic

    Shure KSM27Published on 10/20/01 at 15:00
    $299 at Musician's Friend on the web. I needed a quality studio condenser mic for my project studio.

    I like everything. With Shure, the performance is always there, but the capability for this mic to be able to take a vocal source one minute and then mic a guitar amp the next is truly amazing. It still maintains clarity as well.

    The unit is also well built, solid and attractive.

    There's not a thing I've found yet. I will let you know if I do, but I seriously doubt it at this point.

    Built very solid like all of Shure's mics. This one might not be able to take the hard road abuse as the SM57 or SM58, but you could drop it a few times in your studio without worrying too much, I'm sure. T…
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    $299 at Musician's Friend on the web. I needed a quality studio condenser mic for my project studio.

    I like everything. With Shure, the performance is always there, but the capability for this mic to be able to take a vocal source one minute and then mic a guitar amp the next is truly amazing. It still maintains clarity as well.

    The unit is also well built, solid and attractive.

    There's not a thing I've found yet. I will let you know if I do, but I seriously doubt it at this point.

    Built very solid like all of Shure's mics. This one might not be able to take the hard road abuse as the SM57 or SM58, but you could drop it a few times in your studio without worrying too much, I'm sure. The quality is impeccable.

    For around $300 you can now afford a great quality studio condenser microphone from a reputable company. What more could you ask?

    This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com
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  • Anonymous

    Shure KSM27Published on 09/30/11 at 10:52
    The Shure KSM27 is a recently discontinued large diaphragm condenser microphone that is initially remarkable for how small it truly is. Shure has recently discontinued this microphone, replacing it with a fundamentally different SM27. It is a very barebones microphone, having a typical condenser microphone frequency response pattern starting down at 20 Hz and going all the way up to 20,000 Hz. The pad on this microphone gives it 15 dB more headroom, and the Shure KSM27 comes with the complete package of a shock mount, a velvet pouch, and a sturdy carrying case. It has a fixed polar pattern in the typical cardioid.

    Keep in mind, this was a smaller, cheaper version of the KSM32, and while …
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    The Shure KSM27 is a recently discontinued large diaphragm condenser microphone that is initially remarkable for how small it truly is. Shure has recently discontinued this microphone, replacing it with a fundamentally different SM27. It is a very barebones microphone, having a typical condenser microphone frequency response pattern starting down at 20 Hz and going all the way up to 20,000 Hz. The pad on this microphone gives it 15 dB more headroom, and the Shure KSM27 comes with the complete package of a shock mount, a velvet pouch, and a sturdy carrying case. It has a fixed polar pattern in the typical cardioid.

    Keep in mind, this was a smaller, cheaper version of the KSM32, and while they share characteristics, the KSM27 certainly has a few distinct qualities to it that leave it able to perform every role the 32 did, but in a slightly different way.

    OVERALL OPINION

    The KSM27 is a great sounding microphone. Shure is very good with this, as over the years they have consistently failed to make a bad microphone. Just like its bigger brother the KSM32, the Shure KSM27 can fill a variety of roles. I've heard it on vocals, guitar, drum overheads, guitar cabs, and a bunch of other fun applications, like a wood block. This microphone shines, because it has that sound that one would imagine if the world just became more colorful. It sounds odd, but that is the experience I had with the KSM27. When I listened to it, I just felt the room light up. It was extremely vibrant, and while I love it, I can certainly see where the more subtle sound of the KSM32 or the newer version of the KSM27, the SM27.

    Shure never fails, and it's a wonder why they discontinued this microphone at all; they could have offered the SM27 as a different flavor, because I really did like the SM27.
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  • ThunderStickThunderStick

    Shure KSM27Published on 10/09/07 at 10:36
    (This content has been automatically translated from French)
    The KSM27 is electrostatic micro transistors, capture latral, cardioid configuration. It is equipped with a Mylar diaphragm layer of 24 carat gold, thickening of 2.5 m. The XLR connection and internal components (prampli Class A) are also 24k gold.
    His transition is worthy of rponse MODELS of legends, its curve flat frequency drives (except a bump from 3 KHz for more shine) from 20 Hz 20,000
    A attnuateur - 15 dB is derrire the microphone, the ct slecteur rponse of low frequencies, to adorn themselves against the pressures of ecrtage extreme acoustic my. However, it is unlikely to serve as the acceptable maximum SPL is 137 dB (without attnuateur. With: 152 dB).
    For those who do not hav…
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    The KSM27 is electrostatic micro transistors, capture latral, cardioid configuration. It is equipped with a Mylar diaphragm layer of 24 carat gold, thickening of 2.5 m. The XLR connection and internal components (prampli Class A) are also 24k gold.
    His transition is worthy of rponse MODELS of legends, its curve flat frequency drives (except a bump from 3 KHz for more shine) from 20 Hz 20,000
    A attnuateur - 15 dB is derrire the microphone, the ct slecteur rponse of low frequencies, to adorn themselves against the pressures of ecrtage extreme acoustic my. However, it is unlikely to serve as the acceptable maximum SPL is 137 dB (without attnuateur. With: 152 dB).
    For those who do not have serious ® religion, a switch connecting a low-cut filter is derrire three positions the microphone.

    OVERALL OPINION

    <ul> I use this microphone for a little over a year, and although it should be any use because of its CHARACTERISTICS (I record everything with it), live recording and one I would Reserved overheads in place for my battery, paired with a second KSM27 (KSM141 they say the more appropriate for that, but the KSM27 sounds wonderful). At present, there is nothing in this microphone dplu me. Purists will find fans Neumann probably wrong, but without going into the luxury I find this microphone perfect: solid, good-looking, functional. In terms of sound: trs neutral, no coloration, bass reproduction of impressive size, sharp and fine Fidler, excellent tonal balance. Almost all the microphones I tested before the KSM27 are my possession, and they are almost all of the brand Shure because I am a huge fan. All have their own personality, so I can not compare. I test once a Rode NT1 and a T-Bone SCT 2000 in store, and although he sounded extraordinarily well, I still prfre KSM27 (I possde nanmoins an SCT 2000 for singing, the track lights give a beautiful sound). The report qualitprix is ​​stunning: it is far from Behringer in terms of price but also quality of Contents - it makes sense to put a little more than his wallet! If I have to say that a sentence at the risk of leaving a "slogan" is this: it's excellent price of gold. With exprience, I remake that choice without any hsitation.
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  • JayDMusicJayDMusic

    I. Love. This. Mic.

    Shure KSM27Published on 07/18/10 at 12:14
    This is a fantastic, silver, cardioid condenser mic. It's got so much mic packed in a small little case with three EQ options that make your vocals sound crisp, warm and clear. It's an XLR microphone, requiring the use of an interface, analog-to-digital converter, mixer, or standalone preamp. It's an amazing recording mic.

    OVERALL OPINION

    Overall, I love it. I love it more than my unborn son. It's my go-to mic for everything vocal. I have rappers, singers, talkers, people who just speak and let the mic do the rest. I love this mic mainly for its ability to EQ just perfectly. It has an option for a heavy roll-off in the lower ranges, or a softer one. I choose the softer one, and it …
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    This is a fantastic, silver, cardioid condenser mic. It's got so much mic packed in a small little case with three EQ options that make your vocals sound crisp, warm and clear. It's an XLR microphone, requiring the use of an interface, analog-to-digital converter, mixer, or standalone preamp. It's an amazing recording mic.

    OVERALL OPINION

    Overall, I love it. I love it more than my unborn son. It's my go-to mic for everything vocal. I have rappers, singers, talkers, people who just speak and let the mic do the rest. I love this mic mainly for its ability to EQ just perfectly. It has an option for a heavy roll-off in the lower ranges, or a softer one. I choose the softer one, and it rivals a Neumann. My friend who owns both a Neumann and a KSM27 recommended this mic to me, and I got it the next day. This mic is a fantastic piece of engineering. The box is packed precisely with everything you need including a unique shockmount with good elastics that will not come undone like most other shockmounts, and it's very easy to install the shockmount on the mic stand and the mic in the shockmount. Overall, with the exception of a Neumann, I wouldn't have it any other way.
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  • moosersmoosers

    Shure KSM27Published on 07/17/10 at 13:58
    The Shure KSM27 is a large diaphragm condenser microphone that I've used in the recording studio. I guess you could use this for recording a live show, but I've never done so, so this review will focus on using the KSM27 in the studio. While this microphone is widely seen in studios, Shure has recently discontinued making it, replacing it with the SM27. The mic has a cardioid polar pick up pattern, with a frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The mic also has a -15 db pad. The mic comes with a shock mount, velvet case, and a carrying case.

    OVERALL OPINION

    The Shure KSM27 is an overall great sounding condenser microphone. It's the perfect in between microphone, as i…
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    The Shure KSM27 is a large diaphragm condenser microphone that I've used in the recording studio. I guess you could use this for recording a live show, but I've never done so, so this review will focus on using the KSM27 in the studio. While this microphone is widely seen in studios, Shure has recently discontinued making it, replacing it with the SM27. The mic has a cardioid polar pick up pattern, with a frequency response ranging from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. The mic also has a -15 db pad. The mic comes with a shock mount, velvet case, and a carrying case.

    OVERALL OPINION

    The Shure KSM27 is an overall great sounding condenser microphone. It's the perfect in between microphone, as it has a pro studio sound without having the large price tag. I've used the KSM27 for a variety of applications, including vocals, acoustic guitar, and a set of them as drum overheads one time. The mic has a very vibrant sound, with a lot of overall clarity. The most recent thing that I used the KSM27 was for recording acoustic guitar with an API 512 mic preamplifier, which was a great combination as it yielded a very clean sounding guitar for me. While the KSM27 isn't on par with some of the best condenser microphones out there, it's outstanding for the price. If you're looking for an all purpose large diaphragm condenser microphone for your home studio, the Shure KSM27 should definitely be considered, as to me it's one of the best all around condenser microphones for the price. There are definitely a lot of condenser microphones to choose from in this price range, but Shure is a company that has built an incredible reputation for themselves, as it's very well known that they make quality microphones that sound great and last a lifetime. Now that they no longer make the KSM27, you can probably find it even cheaper used. Definitely a great microphone choice for any studio...
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